One of the most varied landscapes in Europe
Few countries offer so many different landscapes in such a small area. Within a few hours you can travel from sandy beaches to deep canyons, from vast lakes to mountain peaks above 2,500 meters.
More than sixty percent of Montenegro consists of mountains and forests. This makes the country one of the greenest countries in Europe. In spring, entire mountain slopes are full of wildflowers, while in autumn the forests turn into a beautiful palette of red, yellow and orange.
Nature is also surprisingly well protected. Large parts of the country consist of national parks where flora and fauna have remained virtually untouched.
Wildlife
Although you probably won't see them anytime soon, Montenegro still has a lot of wildlife. For bird lovers, Lake Skadar in particular is a paradise, home to hundreds of bird species.
- Brown bears
- Wolves
- Lynxes
- Foxes
- Wild boars
- Capricorns
- Eagles
- Vultures
Did you know...
- Montenegro is officially an ecological state?
- This has even been included in the constitution since 1991?
- More than 3,000 different plant species grow there?
- Some tree species here are hundreds of years old?
Festivals and events
Almost every city organizes festivals in the summer. This is a great opportunity for visitors to get acquainted with the local culture.
- Fish festivals
- Wine festivals
- Open-air concerts
- Traditional folk music
- Dance festivals
- Food festivals
- Art markets
- Summer cinemas
The Adriatic Sea
The Adriatic Sea is one of the cleanest in Europe. Due to the rocky bottom, the water is exceptionally clear in many places. On calm days you can see dozens of meters underwater.
This makes Montenegro a popular destination for snorkeling, diving, kayaking, SUPing and sailing. You can also often see schools of fish swimming in the clear water from the boulevard in Bar.
Did you know about the sea...?
- The Adriatic Sea has an average salinity that is higher than many other European seas?
- The swimming season often runs from May to October?
- The water temperature regularly exceeds 26 °C in August?
